IRENA

The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) is a global organization that assists nations in their shift towards a sustainable energy future. It acts as a key platform for international collaboration, a hub of expertise, and a valuable source of information on policies, technologies, resources, and financing related to renewable energy. IRENA advocates for the broad use and sustainable management of various renewable energy sources, such as bioenergy, geothermal, hydropower, ocean, solar, and wind energy. The agency aims to promote sustainable development, enhance energy access, ensure energy security, and support low-carbon economic growth and prosperity. With support from countries worldwide, IRENA motivates governments to create favorable policies for renewable energy investments. It offers practical tools and policy guidance to speed up the deployment of renewable energy and fosters knowledge sharing and technology transfer to deliver clean, sustainable energy for the increasing global population.

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Strengthening Climate Action Through Partnerships and Advocacy at COP29

Nov 24, 2024 | irena.org

Over the course of two weeks of the conference, the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) launched key initiatives and engaged with governments, the private sector, and youth, advocating for ambitious outcomes that would align decisions related to the energy transition with a 1.5°C scenario. Over the course of two weeks of the conference, the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) launched key initiatives and engaged with governments, the private sector, and youth, advocating for ambitious outcomes that would align decisions related to the energy transition with a 1.5°C scenario.
Climate Action Support 2024

Nov 15, 2024 | irena.org

This report examines national and regional efforts to enhance and implement climate targets, and the related support provided by IRENA through its various work packages, including those concerned with NDCs.
Climate action and the energy transition: IRENA Member survey on Nationally Determined Contributions

Jun 11, 2024 | irena.org

This survey of 51 IRENA Members reveals the key priorities, challenges and support requirements identified by countries in relation to the forthcoming third round of Nationally Determined Contributions to the Paris Agreement in 2025.
Infrastructure Reform is Key to Accelerating Africa’s Energy Transition

Oct 9, 2023 | irena.org | Francesco La Camera |Nardos Bekele-Thomas

By Francesco La Camera, IRENA Director-General & Nardos Bekele-Thomas, AUDA-NEPAD CEOWith 80% of the world’s population without access to electricity residing in Sub-Saharan Africa, it is clear that the current fossil fuel-based energy system fails to meet Africa’s power needs. Something needs to be done quickly. Renewables offer a compelling solution. Not only are they the most rapidly deployable and versatile technology available. They are also the most affordable.